Cerro Gordo

The Division of Water Resources (DWR) provides the data contained within this Local Water Supply Plan (LWSP) as a courtesy and service to our customers. DWR staff does not field verify data. Neither DWR, nor any other party involved in the preparation of this LWSP attests that the data is completely free of errors and omissions. Furthermore, data users are cautioned that LWSPs labeled PROVISIONAL have yet to be reviewed by DWR staff. Subsequent review may result in significant revision. Questions regarding the accuracy or limitations of usage of this data should be directed to the water system and/or DWR.

1. System Information

Contact Information

Complete

Water System Name: Cerro Gordo   PWSID: 04-24-055
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 26
Cerro Gordo, NC 28430		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Brandi StricklandTitle:Clerk
Phone:910-654-5387Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Polyvinyl Chloride 6 100.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   3 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2025?   0 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2025?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2025?   0
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   35 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   0
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.0200 Million Gallons
Has water pressure been inadequate in any part of the system since last update? Line breaks that were repaired quickly should not be included.   No
Programs
Does this system have a program to work or flush hydrants?   Yes, Monthly
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   No
Does this system have a cross-connection program?   No
Does this system have a program to replace meters?   No
Does this system have a plumbing retrofit program?   No
Does this system have an active water conservation public education program?   No
Does this system have a leak detection program?   Yes

We use NCRWA on an as needed basis

Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Increasing Block
How much reclaimed water does this system use?   0.0000 MGD   For how many connections?   0
Does this system have an interconnection with another system capable of providing water in an emergency?   Yes

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Lumber River (09-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Columbus100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   231
Has this system acquired another system since last report?   No
Water Use by Type
Type of Use Metered
Connections		 Metered
Average Use (MGD)		 Non-Metered
Connections		 Non-Metered
Estimated Use (MGD)
Residential 79 0.0079 0 0.0000
Commercial 16 0.0016 0 0.0000
Industrial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Institutional 7 0.0049 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0005 MGD

Water Sales
Purchaser PWSID Average
Daily Sold
(MGD)		 Days
Used		 Contract Required to
comply with water
use restrictions?		 Pipe Size(s)
(Inches)		 Use
Type
MGD Expiration Recurring
Columbus County Water System II 04-24-060 0.0000 0 0.0000 No 6 Emergency

3. Water Supply Sources

Monthly Withdrawals & Purchases
Average Daily
Use (MGD)		 Max Day
Use (MGD)		 Average Daily
Use (MGD)		 Max Day
Use (MGD)		 Average Daily
Use (MGD)		 Max Day
Use (MGD)
Jan 0.0240 May 0.0190 Sep 0.0140
Feb 0.0250 Jun 0.0140 Oct 0.0130
Mar 0.0180 Jul 0.0140 Nov 0.0140
Apr 0.0170 Aug 0.0260 Dec 0.0180

Ground Water Sources
Name or Number Average Daily Withdrawal (MGD) Max Day Withdrawal (MGD) 12-Hour Supply
(MGD)		 CUA Reduction Year Offline Use Type
MGD Days Used
Bulloch Street Well 0.0000 0 0.0750 Emergency
W02 0.0183 365 0.1080 Regular
Ground Water Sources (continued)
Name or Number Well Depth (Feet) Casing Depth
(Feet)		 Screen Depth (Feet) Well Diameter (Inches) Pump Intake Depth (Feet) Metered?
Top Bottom
Bulloch Street Well Yes
W02 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   No,
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   No
Water Purchases From Other Systems
Seller PWSID Average
Daily Purchased
(MGD)		 Days
Used		 Contract Required to
comply with water
use restrictions?		 Pipe Size(s)
(Inches)		 Use
Type
MGD Expiration Recurring
Columbus County Water District II 04-24-060 0.0000 0 0.0000 No Emergency

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0140 May 0.0080 Sep 0.0100
Feb 0.0120 Jun 0.0040 Oct 0.0050
Mar 0.0080 Jul 0.0030 Nov 0.0050
Apr 0.0060 Aug 0.0070 Dec 0.0040

How many sewer connections does this system have?   39
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   63
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No
Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
Town of Fairmont 03-78-025 Discharging 0.0074 365 0.3350
Fair Bluff 04-24-030 Receiving 0.0150 0 0.3350

Cerro Gordo discharges its wastewater (0.0072 MGD), together with that received from Fair Bluff (0.0150 MGD) to Fairmont through Boardman.

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 231 260 317 387 471 574
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0079 0.0084 0.0103 0.0125 0.0153 0.0186
Commercial 0.0016 0.0018 0.0024 0.0028 0.0032 0.0037
Industrial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Institutional 0.0049 0.0051 0.0053 0.0053 0.0064 0.0074
System Process 0.0005 0.0005 0.0004 0.0005 0.0005 0.0005
Unaccounted-for 0.0034 0.0025 0.0030 0.0035 0.0040 0.0045
Demand v/s Percent of Supply
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Surface Water Supply 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Ground Water Supply 0.1080 0.1080 0.1080 0.1080 0.1080 0.1080
Purchases 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 0.1080 0.1080 0.1080 0.1080 0.1080 0.1080
Service Area Demand 0.0183 0.0183 0.0214 0.0246 0.0294 0.0347
Sales 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Future Sales 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Demand (MGD) 0.0183 0.0183 0.0214 0.0246 0.0294 0.0347
Demand as Percent of Supply 17% 17% 20% 23% 27% 32%

The purpose of the above chart is to show a general indication of how the long-term per capita water demand changes over time. The per capita water demand may actually be different than indicated due to seasonal populations and the accuracy of data submitted. Water systems that have calculated long-term per capita water demand based on a methodology that produces different results may submit their information in the notes field.

Your long-term water demand is 34 gallons per capita per day. What demand management practices do you plan to implement to reduce the per capita water demand (i.e. conduct regular water audits, implement a plumbing retrofit program, employ practices such as rainwater harvesting or reclaimed water)? If these practices are covered elsewhere in your plan, indicate where the practices are discussed here.    No Changes

Are there other demand management practices you will implement to reduce your future supply needs?   No Changes

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   No Changes

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   No Changes

Additional Information

Has this system participated in regional water supply or water use planning?  Yes, The town has participated in the Lumber River COG regional merger study. This analysis has taken about four years and has concluded.

What major water supply reports or studies were used for planning?  LKC Engineering prepared and analysis for each provider in the Lumber River COG study.

Please describe any other needs or issues regarding your water supply sources, any water system deficiencies or needed improvements (storage, treatment, etc.) or your ability to meet present and future water needs. Include both quantity and quality considerations, as well as financial, technical, managerial, permitting, and compliance issues:   

The Division of Water Resources (DWR) provides the data contained within this Local Water Supply Plan (LWSP) as a courtesy and service to our customers. DWR staff does not field verify data. Neither DWR, nor any other party involved in the preparation of this LWSP attests that the data is completely free of errors and omissions. Furthermore, data users are cautioned that LWSPs labeled PROVISIONAL have yet to be reviewed by DWR staff. Subsequent review may result in significant revision. Questions regarding the accuracy or limitations of usage of this data should be directed to the water system and/or DWR.